The heart...

This is the meaning of family. Working in the kitchen together. It truly is the heart of the home.

My mom is beautiful...

One of my moms favorite flowers are lilacs. I thought of her when I saw the buds peeking out today. Every year when they bloom they remind me of her. Growing up, she always smelled clean and good. She smelled like mom. She still does. I love her so much.

You can run...

A while back we had a sweet boy that we go to church with come down with a, what you would think would be a normal cold/flu. Somewhere through the process of the illness he lost all feeling to his lower extremities. This boy (Kyle) speaks up often at our church to share his love for the gospel. He always has something inspirational to share, and tears are shed every time he speaks up. He is one wise little boy. He was in need of a new wheelchair and the family and his school put on a race to raise money. I had the opportunity to participate. It was a hard 6 miles for my friend and I. A lot of hills...a lot of whining from both of us. I couldn't help but later think to myself "You can walk...you can run. How could I have complained?" I feel guilty for that. I learned something from this. To be grateful. To give. To not complain. To be like Kyle and look at the bright side of life. 

The sun is shining...

I took all six of my little dears (plus two dogs) to the park today. This was our view. How can you not believe in a heaven when you see this great land? It was a marvelous and wonderful, WARM day. We played baseball and enjoyed each other and the sunshine. Life is good.

Connor turns 14...

This sweet boy just turned 14 big smacking years old. I can't believe it. He can go to church dances and flirt his little heart out. This boy/man has always been a blessing of energy and excitement in our lives. Life would not be complete without him. Love you my sweet, Connor.

Santa Claus is coming to town...

Not one..but two.

Little boy...

My sweet Austin brought these to me today. Even at almost age 16, he still shows that little boy love that warms my heart.